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Jul 02, 2012, 04:17 AM
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Member Since: May 2012
Location: NC
Posts: 237
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PainNeverDies,
As a fellow migraine sufferer, I've felt your pain and I'm sorry you are going through this. I suffered from severe migraines for nearly a decade, and I have tried just about everything...
I would definitely see a neurologist, as they will likely want to run a CT or MRI. I found Neurontin to be helpful as a preventative medication for several years. It decreased the intensity and frequency of the migraines. When that stopped working I was put on Topamax, which dramatically reduced the frequency of the migraines. I was also on a nasal spray which I would take when a migraine attack would come on. Fortunately I no longer experience 48-72 hour migraines several times a month, that went on for years and it was hell. I have only had about 3 migraines in the last 6 months and all were over in less than 24 hours, so just have hope that it will get better once you get the proper treatment.
I've also had insomnia since I was a child, and I believe that lack of sleep can cause a migraine to come on if you are prone to getting them, so try to stay on a regular sleep schedule and get at least 8 hours a night.
Some other suggestions: Use an eye mask with lavender when you have a migraine, or to sleep with in general. Get some relaxation into your day as often as possible (yoga, Pilates, a bubble bath, massage).
When I was at my worst I was desperate enough to try anything and I bought Head On; I don't know if they still make it but it did take the edge off when a migraine wasn't at it's peak. Have you tried that?
Origins Peace of Mind on the spot stress relief is also good to use on a daily basis.
Hope you can get some relief soon. Best wishes! 
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